Schools across Prince Edward Island are opening one hour later than usual on Monday due to a forecast of freezing rain.

A freezing rain warning issued by Environment Canada is in effect for all three counties with icy conditions expected for about four hours. The total amounts of freezing rain could reach up to 5 mm.

All Public Schools Branch and French-language board schools are on a one-hour delay with a further announcement to be made by 8 a.m.

The University of Prince Edward Island has delayed…